The Attic is a delightful panoramic apartment that welcomes and cuddles who chose it as their own home. The apartment has a large living room with a double sitting area and dining area, well-equipped kitchen, 1 bedroom and bathroom. Each room has a lovely balcony from which to enjoy, at any hours of the day, the colorful palette of tints typical of the Tigullio Sea, Gulf and Coast and you can really touch the sky with your finger. The Attic is located in downtown Rapallo, and at out door you will find restaurants and bars, supermarkets, banks, pharmacies, a post office, taxi, food and local wines boutiques, wonderful shops, hairdressing and laundries, the promenade and the beaches, tourist office, bus stop and railway station, ferry boat pier and boat rental. One of the best equipped beach where to relax is just around the corner! Rapallo is to be discovered day by day, tasting its history, monuments, small streets, smells, famous local delicacies, fresh food and locally wines markets, old flea markets, weekly coloured inexpensive and famous big market on Thursday, mild and healthy Mediterranean climate, glimpses, breathtaking panorama from Montallegro, beautiful sunrise and sunsets, fantastic and renowned Golf and Tennis Club, Yacht Club, diving and sailing and many different events and attractions organized throughout the year. Do not miss the dates of 1st, 2nd and 3rd July when Rapallo and in particular devotees celebrate the patroness Our Lady of Montallegro. The different “Sestrieri”, Italian for "boroughs", offer highly renowned and spectacular fireworks recruiting the best companies in the industry, several times a day all the three days. The balconies of the house are just the perfect place from which to enjoy the spectacular scenes in the front row while sipping your favorite drink and chilling. Also experience the joy of Carnival, Easter in bloom and there is the famous National Literary Award for Women Writer in June too. In July and August a number of events take place: Concerts of light music and Cabaret evenings on the waterfront, the Liguria Jazz Summer, the Festival Blues, the Festival Ballet, the Opera and Operetta Concerts in Villa Tigullio. In September: the International Exhibition of Cartoonist, the Classic Cycling ( Milan-Rapallo ) and the Portofino-Rapallo running race called "March of the Heart". In addition there are many regattas such as the Italian Cup Regatta, Opa Marine and numerous golf competitions, tournaments of volleyball, basketball, soccer and water polo, martial arts, fencing and amateur running events. We can not forget to name the wonderful rallies and vintage car brands. Christmas and New Year are a great time to be in Rapallo, which is not as crowded as summer holidays yet wonderful with warm sunny days in its beautiful setting. Moreover: Rapallo offers its tourists as a start base for day trips, as it is well served by the rail line that runs all the way along this stretch of coast, bus, boat and car for rent to discover many Liguria beauties. The old town of Genova is easy to discover strolling through the tiny, narrow street and alleys, known as “Caruggi”, Christopher Colombus places, the Aquarium, the second largest in Europe, and the Lanterno, Europe’s oldest lighthouse and a symbol of the city. Portofino is the tiny village where to enjoy an exceptional Ligurian town with pretty pastel coloured buildings, superb views and high fashion shopping. San Fruttuoso, Camogli, Santa Margherita, Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Porto Venere are some other truly charmingly traditional fishing village to see during your vacation in order to remember this exceptional Italian Riviera area. In addition, the unforgettable Florence, Pisa and the Tuscan beauties are very close and quickly reachable by train. Here a week flies!

The Attic is a delightful panoramic apartment that welcomes and cuddles who chose it as their own home. The apartment has a large living room with a double sitting area and dining area, well-equipped kitchen, 1 bedroom and bathroom. Each room has a lovely balcony from which to enjoy, at any hours of the day, the colorful palette of tints typical of the Tigullio Sea, Gulf and Coast and you can really touch the sky with your finger. The Attic is located in downtown Rapallo, and at out door you will find restaurants and bars, supermarkets, banks, pharmacies, a post office, taxi, food and local wines boutiques, wonderful shops, hairdressing and laundries, the promenade and the beaches, tourist office, bus stop and railway station, ferry boat pier and boat rental. One of the best equipped beach where to relax is just around the corner! Rapallo is to be discovered day by day, tasting its history, monuments, small streets, smells, famous local delicacies, fresh food and locally wines markets, old flea markets, weekly coloured inexpensive and famous big market on Thursday, mild and healthy Mediterranean climate, glimpses, breathtaking panorama from Montallegro, beautiful sunrise and sunsets, fantastic and renowned Golf and Tennis Club, Yacht Club, diving and sailing and many different events and attractions organized throughout the year. Do not miss the dates of 1st, 2nd and 3rd July when Rapallo and in particular devotees celebrate the patroness Our Lady of Montallegro. The different “Sestrieri”, Italian for "boroughs", offer highly renowned and spectacular fireworks recruiting the best companies in the industry, several times a day all the three days. The balconies of the house are just the perfect place from which to enjoy the spectacular scenes in the front row while sipping your favorite drink and chilling. Also experience the joy of Carnival, Easter in bloom and there is the famous National Literary Award for Women Writer in June too. In July and August a number of events take place: Concerts of light music and Cabaret evenings on the waterfront, the Liguria Jazz Summer, the Festival Blues, the Festival Ballet, the Opera and Operetta Concerts in Villa Tigullio. In September: the International Exhibition of Cartoonist, the Classic Cycling ( Milan-Rapallo ) and the Portofino-Rapallo running race called "March of the Heart". In addition there are many regattas such as the Italian Cup Regatta, Opa Marine and numerous golf competitions, tournaments of volleyball, basketball, soccer and water polo, martial arts, fencing and amateur running events. We can not forget to name the wonderful rallies and vintage car brands. Christmas and New Year are a great time to be in Rapallo, which is not as crowded as summer holidays yet wonderful with warm sunny days in its beautiful setting. Moreover: Rapallo offers its tourists as a start base for day trips, as it is well served by the rail line that runs all the way along this stretch of coast, bus, boat and car for rent to discover many Liguria beauties. The old town of Genova is easy to discover strolling through the tiny, narrow street and alleys, known as “Caruggi”, Christopher Colombus places, the Aquarium, the second largest in Europe, and the Lanterno, Europe’s oldest lighthouse and a symbol of the city. Portofino is the tiny village where to enjoy an exceptional Ligurian town with pretty pastel coloured buildings, superb views and high fashion shopping. San Fruttuoso, Camogli, Santa Margherita, Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Porto Venere are some other truly charmingly traditional fishing village to see during your vacation in order to remember this exceptional Italian Riviera area. In addition, the unforgettable Florence, Pisa and the Tuscan beauties are very close and quickly reachable by train. Here a week flies!

The Attic is a delightful panoramic apartment that welcomes and cuddles who chose it as their own home. The apartment has a large living room with a double sitting area and dining area, well-equipped kitchen, 1 bedroom and bathroom. Each room has a lovely balcony from which to enjoy, at any hours of the day, the colorful palette of tints typical of the Tigullio Sea, Gulf and Coast and you can really touch the sky with your finger. The Attic is located in downtown Rapallo, and at out door you will find restaurants and bars, supermarkets, banks, pharmacies, a post office, taxi, food and local wines boutiques, wonderful shops, hairdressing and laundries, the promenade and the beaches, tourist office, bus stop and railway station, ferry boat pier and boat rental. One of the best equipped beach where to relax is just around the corner! Rapallo is to be discovered day by day, tasting its history, monuments, small streets, smells, famous local delicacies, fresh food and locally wines markets, old flea markets, weekly coloured inexpensive and famous big market on Thursday, mild and healthy Mediterranean climate, glimpses, breathtaking panorama from Montallegro, beautiful sunrise and sunsets, fantastic and renowned Golf and Tennis Club, Yacht Club, diving and sailing and many different events and attractions organized throughout the year. Do not miss the dates of 1st, 2nd and 3rd July when Rapallo and in particular devotees celebrate the patroness Our Lady of Montallegro. The different “Sestrieri”, Italian for "boroughs", offer highly renowned and spectacular fireworks recruiting the best companies in the industry, several times a day all the three days. The balconies of the house are just the perfect place from which to enjoy the spectacular scenes in the front row while sipping your favorite drink and chilling. Also experience the joy of Carnival, Easter in bloom and there is the famous National Literary Award for Women Writer in June too. In July and August a number of events take place: Concerts of light music and Cabaret evenings on the waterfront, the Liguria Jazz Summer, the Festival Blues, the Festival Ballet, the Opera and Operetta Concerts in Villa Tigullio. In September: the International Exhibition of Cartoonist, the Classic Cycling ( Milan-Rapallo ) and the Portofino-Rapallo running race called "March of the Heart". In addition there are many regattas such as the Italian Cup Regatta, Opa Marine and numerous golf competitions, tournaments of volleyball, basketball, soccer and water polo, martial arts, fencing and amateur running events. We can not forget to name the wonderful rallies and vintage car brands. Christmas and New Year are a great time to be in Rapallo, which is not as crowded as summer holidays yet wonderful with warm sunny days in its beautiful setting. Moreover: Rapallo offers its tourists as a start base for day trips, as it is well served by the rail line that runs all the way along this stretch of coast, bus, boat and car for rent to discover many Liguria beauties. The old town of Genova is easy to discover strolling through the tiny, narrow street and alleys, known as “Caruggi”, Christopher Colombus places, the Aquarium, the second largest in Europe, and the Lanterno, Europe’s oldest lighthouse and a symbol of the city. Portofino is the tiny village where to enjoy an exceptional Ligurian town with pretty pastel coloured buildings, superb views and high fashion shopping. San Fruttuoso, Camogli, Santa Margherita, Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Porto Venere are some other truly charmingly traditional fishing village to see during your vacation in order to remember this exceptional Italian Riviera area. In addition, the unforgettable Florence, Pisa and the Tuscan beauties are very close and quickly reachable by train. Here a week flies!

Overview

Attic in Rapallo near Portofino.1 Min Walk To Shops,Beaches,Restaurants. Very Quiet.Perfect For Long And Short Holidays All Year Round. Sleep 2/4

The Attic is a delightful panoramic apartment that welcomes and cuddles who chose it as their own home. The apartment has a large living room with a double sitting area and dining area, well-equipped kitchen, 1 bedroom and bathroom. Each room has a lovely balcony from which to enjoy, at any hours of the day, the colorful palette of tints typical of the Tigullio Sea, Gulf and Coast and you can really touch the sky with your finger. The Attic is located in downtown Rapallo, and at out door you will find restaurants and bars, supermarkets, banks, pharmacies, a post office, taxi, food and local wines boutiques, wonderful shops, hairdressing and laundries, the promenade and the beaches, tourist office, bus stop and railway station, ferry boat pier and boat rental. One of the best equipped beach where to relax is just around the corner! Rapallo is to be discovered day by day, tasting its history, monuments, small streets, smells, famous local delicacies, fresh food and locally wines markets, old flea markets, weekly coloured inexpensive and famous big market on Thursday, mild and healthy Mediterranean climate, glimpses, breathtaking panorama from Montallegro, beautiful sunrise and sunsets, fantastic and renowned Golf and Tennis Club, Yacht Club, diving and sailing and many different events and attractions organized throughout the year. Do not miss the dates of 1st, 2nd and 3rd July when Rapallo and in particular devotees celebrate the patroness Our Lady of Montallegro. The different “Sestrieri”, Italian for "boroughs", offer highly renowned and spectacular fireworks recruiting the best companies in the industry, several times a day all the three days. The balconies of the house are just the perfect place from which to enjoy the spectacular scenes in the front row while sipping your favorite drink and chilling. Also experience the joy of Carnival, Easter in bloom and there is the famous National Literary Award for Women Writer in June too. In July and August a number of events take place: Concerts of light music and Cabaret evenings on the waterfront, the Liguria Jazz Summer, the Festival Blues, the Festival Ballet, the Opera and Operetta Concerts in Villa Tigullio. In September: the International Exhibition of Cartoonist, the Classic Cycling ( Milan-Rapallo ) and the Portofino-Rapallo running race called "March of the Heart". In addition there are many regattas such as the Italian Cup Regatta, Opa Marine and numerous golf competitions, tournaments of volleyball, basketball, soccer and water polo, martial arts, fencing and amateur running events. We can not forget to name the wonderful rallies and vintage car brands. Christmas and New Year are a great time to be in Rapallo, which is not as crowded as summer holidays yet wonderful with warm sunny days in its beautiful setting. Moreover: Rapallo offers its tourists as a start base for day trips, as it is well served by the rail line that runs all the way along this stretch of coast, bus, boat and car for rent to discover many Liguria beauties. The old town of Genova is easy to discover strolling through the tiny, narrow street and alleys, known as “Caruggi”, Christopher Colombus places, the Aquarium, the second largest in Europe, and the Lanterno, Europe’s oldest lighthouse and a symbol of the city. Portofino is the tiny village where to enjoy an exceptional Ligurian town with pretty pastel coloured buildings, superb views and high fashion shopping. San Fruttuoso, Camogli, Santa Margherita, Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Porto Venere are some other truly charmingly traditional fishing village to see during your vacation in order to remember this exceptional Italian Riviera area. In addition, the unforgettable Florence, Pisa and the Tuscan beauties are very close and quickly reachable by train. Here a week flies!

About Franca

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Guestbook comments from the owner

We have had the most wonderful week in "The Attic". Rapallo, what a wonderful place to spend a Holiday!! The Appartment is spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Franca: such a lovely lady, who has gone to great lengths to ensure this has been a "WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE".... We see nothing to improve upon. Jan + Rob (UK) June 2014

We have had a fantastic time in this apartment, every thing is wonderful. Great base and good to have a lift to the top floor! So easy to get around from here. The apartment is exceptionally well kitted out and the decor is amazing - love the art work. We see nothing to improve on. Best wishes for the future. Love Margaret and Ken Glasgow,Scotland July 2014

We had a wonderful week here in Rapallo. Really appreciated Franca's very warm welcome. Visited some lovely out-of-the-way places, over the walks on the Portofino Promontory and behind the Church at Montallegro at the end of the cable car ride. Of course, Genoa + Cinque Terre want a visit and very easy on the train. We didn't use our car this week!!!!! Thank you, Franca, for letting us stay in your lovely flat.

Sue + Ray Nottingham,UK July/August 2014

Franca made us most welcome to the "Attic"!!! The apartment is very comfortable and we loved looking out to the sea. A wonderful location so close to everything. We did not need a car as the bus, trains and ferry are so convenient. The weather was kind to us, do not belive the internet forecast!!! We love Italy and will recommend this area and the apartment to our friends. Thank you. Moira + Geoff Northamptonshire,UK September 2014

Notes on accommodation: 70 MQ. QUIET CITY CENTER ATTIC, ALL AMENITIES ARE ON THE DOOR STEP. THE APARTMENT IS LOCATED ON THE TOP FLOOR, SERVED BY AN ELEVATOR. HIGH SPEED FIBER FREE WI.FI WIRELESS CONNECTION PROVIDED. FREE AND FEE PARKING AROUND THE CORNER. AN USEFUL GUIDE WITH PLACE TO VISIT, LOCAL SUGGESTIONS, RESTAURANTS, ETC IS AVAILABLE FOR GUESTS. PETS AND SMOKING NOT ALLOWED. THE ATTIC IS UNSUITABLE FOR GUESTS WITH CHILDREN BELOW 12 YRS OLD. Outside: Delightful balconies overlooking the sea, the harbor and the hills at 360° where to have breakfast or any meal, sunbathe during the day or have a drink while enjoying the sunset. Small public pinewood just in front of the house. Utility Room: No utility room. Washing machine in kitchen. Ironing board and iron in the spacious wardrobe in bedroom. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Towels and linen included and property cleaned before and after lets. Beach towels are not provided. Linen and towels replaced once a week. Other: Air conditioning in the corridor for the sleeping area.

Beautifully appointed apartment.

The best appointed holiday apartment we have had. Fitted to a high standard with food and drink supplied for a good start to the holiday.

Great communication from owners.

Smart, clean and highly recommended, not cheap but good value if you are looking for a high quality apartment.

Review Submitted: 13-Jun-2017

Date of Stay: May 2017

Source: Owners Direct, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: Dearest, Thanks for having taken some time to write the review. I'm glad the quality of the Attic lived up to your expectations. I always try my best to keep the standards and the service as high as possible. I look forward to welcoming you again ... Best wishes, Franca

Charming. Close to everything.

This is the second time we have visited. The property is lovely. It's close to everything, but away from the main Street, so you have less noise than other locations. On each visit there has been a big bowl of fruit on the table, along with soda, wine, beer, orange juice, and water in the refrigerator.

A wonderful apartment in a super town!

We loved everything about this apartment, Rapallo and Liguria in general. Both Franca and Maria could not have been more helpful and accommodating. Maria's tips for the monthly antiques market, Rapallo market, places to visit, cafes, shops and restaurants made our stay all the more wonderful. This lovely, light and large apartment is perfectly situated both in Rapallo itself and on this coast for easy access to all the delights of Liguria and the rail, bus and boat services were all very close by and easy to use. I wish we were still there!

Lovely appartment with amazing views and location and perfectly presented

Arrived after a long day of travelling to be met by Maria who was so helpful and left us with lovely provisions to enjoy our first night.

The apartment is just perfect for enjoying Rapello and the location is just great, as near the sea front and the beautiful town centre. We had the most wonderful holiday and break and we would recommend this apartment and Rapallo as the best place to explore the Italian dream destination.

Thank you so much to Maria and her family for one of the best and needed breaks we have every had..if you cant relax here you never will !

Wonderful!

Stayed in this wonderful apartment 2 weeks ago. Correspondence with Franca and Maria was excellent so whole booking process was easy and a great introduction and explanation was provided on arrival. Apartment is in a great location and a true home-from-home. Fitted and furnished to a high level with everything thought of. Great local places to visit by bus and train so easy to get around without a car. Would highly recommend.

Great Location

We spent a wonderful week in this lovely apartment in Rapallo. Franca was a great host always answering our emails in advance of our trip, making suggestions for car parking and accommodating a slight date change. She even welcomed us with some delicious focaccia. The apartment is in a great location and very spacious with everything you would need for your stay. We had rented a car but ended up leaving it parked for free for the week and using the trains and ferries which are both within walking distance of the apartment. The local grocery store is also close by as well as many delicious restaurants and shopping area. We even purchased some fresh pasta, salad and buffalo mozzarella and made our own meal one night. Rapallo is a great location to use as a home base to Cinque Terre, Portofino, Genoa. I am missing the beautiful views, great food, singing birds, long walks and sunshine already. Thanks Franca for a wonderful stay.

Review Submitted: 29-May-2017

Date of Stay: May 2017

Source: Owners Direct, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: Dearest Janet, Thank you very much for your very kind and useful review. I appreciate that you have enjoyed your stay in Rapallo and in particularly in the Attic. I'm always happy when my Guests feel at home in my property. Happy to welcome you again...All the best, Franca

Compared to other nearby destinations, Rapallo is a strategic base: in addition to offering sea, sports, relax and nature, it can be discovered also through its culture, art, museums, famous monuments, traditions, music, food and wine events, which give the real taste of Italy. The climate, classical Mediterranean in Rapallo, constantly brings hot and dry weather throughout the summer and mild temperatures in the winter, both perfect for holidays during every season of the year. Undoubtedly Rapallo is very well served by buses, trains, ferries, highways and airports. This allows to visit, for example, Milan: the Duomo, the Castle, Montenepoleone and the Navigli. Pisa, the unmissable Piazza dei Miracoli, the Leaning Tower and museums is a fascinating destination within easy reach! You can not forget the superbe outlet in Serravalle where to indulge in purchasing clothes of the major italian fashon brands at sale prices. At home there are many ideas of daily trips.

Coast/Beach:

Around the corner there is the largest, fully equipped, relaxing and soft sand beach called Bagni Lido. At the end of the wonderful promenade adorned by palm trees, there is the ancient Castle public beach with crystalline sea and a lot of freedom. Than, the beaches are: Molo, Ariston with a saltwater pool and jacuzzi, Tigullio, Victoria and Marina. With a beautiful boat trip you can reach the stunning beaches of Paraggi, San Fruttuoso, Camogli, Baia del Silenzio in Sestri Levante and 5 Terre.

BY CAR: motorway A12-E8 GE/LI, exit Rapallo, drive towards the city center for 1,8 km. Parking: 1 min. walk around the corner there are some free parking areas and a large fee parking.

Distances:

New Rapallo Hospital: 1km. Nearest pharmacy: 20 meters.

Santa Margherita Ligure 3.5 km.

Portofino 8 km.

Camogli 13 km.

Genoa 30 km.

Milan 160 km.

Chiavari 14 km.

Sestri Levante 25 km.

The 5 terre 65 km.

Forte Dei Marmi 100 km.

Pisa 130 km.

Lucca 130 km.

Florence 200 km.

Parma 170 km.

Further Details:

Rapallo is considered a complete and cozy tourist town. Situated in the heart of the Gulf of Tigullio, nestled among the green shores of the promontory of Portofino and the rocky cliffs of Zoagli, offering fascinating views from its shores and walks on the extensive network of hiking trails. The scenic Lungomare Vittorio Veneto is adorned by a long row of palm trees, fantastic restaurants and bars all the way down to the old castle on the sea and its unique shape, which is one of the symbols of the city. Built in 1550 and recently restored, it is now home to prestigious exhibitions and conferences. On July 3rd of each year it is the main character of the famous and beautiful patron saint festival (1-2-3 July) in honor of the apparition of Our Lady of Montallegro. In fact, during the last 8 long fireworks that take place throughout the three days, the castle is burnt down artificially with a white waterfall that descends towards the sea from its roof and an output of red smoke from its windows, which create a unique effect in the world. Behind it, on the hill, there is the Shrine of Our Lady of Montallegro destination for many pilgrims from all over Italy, easily reachable by cable car, the only one in Liguria, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the entire Gulf up to Genoa. The old town of medieval origin offers the opportunity to make high class shopping and visit interesting monuments: the civic tower, the basilica, the oratory of the White Fathers, the oratory of the Black Fathers, the Poor Clare monastery and the abbey "Valle Christi". Many cultural activities such as exhibitions, concerts and conferences are organized throughout the year at the Cultural Academy, the International Library, the Lace Museum and the Museum Gaffoglio.

In every season you can play a variety of sports such as golf, tennis, swimming, sailing, boating, windsurfing, fishing, diving, scuba diving, horse riding, cycling and many other disciplines.